Summer is just around the corner and Northwestern Extract Company has the best flavors to launch a new shandy product line.  A shandy is a mixture of beer and juice or soda, typically lemonade, in a 50/50 ratio.  However, there is a seemingly endless variety of flavors available in the marketplace and consumers are eager...Read More

The seltzer beverage market continues to grow with more companies creating new and exciting products.  Mountain Dew just launched their first Hard Seltzer, and the big names in the industry continue to introduce new flavor packs, including lemonades, punches, and ice teas, with less “traditional” flavors. There are also more “functional” seltzers available, with or...Read More

Craft distilleries are upping their game in the flavor arena.  With the current trends, it is an exciting time to be in the craft distillery business and customers are eager to try new and different flavors.  According to an IWSR Drinks Market Analysis, whiskey grew 4.9% in 2020 and in 2022 whiskey is expected to account...Read More

Dark beers rich deep flavor comes from roasting grains and most commonly have notes of intense flavors.  Dark beers can be added to meats, stews, chocolate cakes, breads, and brownies elevating your flavor profiles to a whole new level.   A stout is a heavy bodied beer with different variations including milk stout, oatmeal stout, imperial...Read More

Our Honey Crisp Apple flavor has a balance of sugar and acid makes this a sweet tart flavor that is a perfect addition to pies, cakes, butter, and apple crisp.  This is a fresh tasting extract reminiscent of wholesome family outings to the apple orchard in the fall.  It pairs well with cinnamon, vanilla, nutmeg,...Read More

Mint is cool, refreshing, and is generally associated with a healthy, clean feeling.  Modern consumers are drawn to the complexity of mint pairings while still enjoying its soothing nature as a standalone flavor. Northwestern Extract Company has many different mint options to suit your needs, and ideas for the perfect pairing for each mint profile.Spearmint,...Read More

Many consumers enjoy spicy foods and pairing sweet with heat is an ever-growing trend.  Northwestern Extract Company has Chili Pepper, Habanero, and Jalapeño  flavors that pair beautifully with a variety of fruit flavors.  Adding a dash of heat with our Hot Solution will give your product the perfect kick.  Chili Pepper Combinations:  Dark ChocolateMango Raspberry  Habanero Combinations:  Apple MangoOrangePapaya Pineapple Jalapeño Combinations:  Cucumber MargaritaPearStrawberryWatermelon These peppers...Read More

As the leaves start to turn from green to orange and brown and the sun begins to set earlier in the day, we begin to long for the tastes we have come to associate with the passing of the seasons. If pumpkin is the flavor we identify most with fall, the traditional winter flavor we...Read More

Fall is right around the corner and with that comes pumpkin pie, apple picking, and warm spice drinks.  Here are some ideas for expanding your current product lines with the warm flavor tones consumers are looking for this time of year. Create a new seasonal favorite by adding our Pumpkin Spice flavor to your autumn porters, stouts, or...Read More

Nothing is more of a classic summer staple than ice cream.  With an endless range of flavors, there really is no limit to this chilly dessert experience.  In the alcohol world, cream ales and lactose beers, as well as dessert cocktails, are growing in popularity.  Why not add some interesting flavors?  Here are some of...Read More